HERALDS BOUNCE BACK IN WIN OVER CHALKER

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Ashtabula, OH- Fully healthy and looking to recover from a loss to the Cardinal Huskies, the St. John Heralds showcased their prowess as they dominated the Chalker Wildcats in a game that ended with a resounding 54-20 victory. The Heralds’ stellar performance was evident in every quarter, with consistent scoring and an unyielding defense.

Quarter-wise Breakdown:

  • First Quarter: St. John came out strong, establishing an early lead with 14 points, while Chalker struggled to keep up, posting only 7 points.
  • Second Quarter: The Heralds continued their offensive momentum, adding 17 more points to their tally, while Chalker faced difficulties, managing only 5 points.
  • Third Quarter: St. John maintained their dominance with another 12 points, widening the gap. Chalker’s struggle persisted, contributing only 5 points.
  • Fourth Quarter: The Heralds closed the game convincingly, securing 11 points in the final quarter. Chalker managed just 3 points in the last frame, highlighting St. John’s defensive resilience.

Player Stats:

St. John Total Points:

  • Alyssa Cevera: 13
  • Olivia Sposito: 2
  • Mickey Zheng: 16
  • Grace DiSalvatore: 4
  • Caitlyn Carney: 6
  • Alex Jordan: 6
  • Izzy Holler: 4
  • Aniyah Howell: 3

Chalker Total Points:

  • Kylee Iser: 11
  • Kelsey Krenn: 5
  • Alay-Na Cox: 4

Mickey Zheng emerged as the standout performer, leading all scorers with an impressive 16 points, including four successful 3-pointers, along with numerous steals and assists. Not far behind Zheng was senior superstar Alyssa Cevera who dropped 13 after returning from injury.

Upcoming Matches:

The St. John Heralds (3-5) are set to face the Jefferson Falcons (4-5) on 1/6/24, bringing an intense matchup to the court. The Falcons, fresh off a game against the Harvey Red Raiders on 1/5/24, will be eager to secure a win.

Meanwhile, the Chalker Wildcats (1-4) will be on the road against the Heartland Christian Lions (6-3). The Lions, coming off a 58-49 victory over the Edison Wildcats, present a formidable challenge for the Wildcats.

LOWRY AND THE RAIDERS LEAVE POLAND LOOKING FOR ANSWERS

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CANFIELD OH- In a thrilling NE8 matchup on Thursday, South Range continued their momentum from a dramatic win over Springfield, securing a significant 45-41 victory against NE8 leader Poland. The Raiders utilized a crucial 15-5 run in the second quarter to establish a lead, and despite Poland’s second-half rallies, South Range made pivotal plays when it mattered most, clinching only their second win in 11 NE8 matchups against Poland since the 2018-2019 season.

Gwen Lowry played a pivotal role for South Range, delivering an outstanding double-double performance with 20 points and 12 rebounds. This performance tied her for the most points scored by a Raider against Poland in NE8 play, matching Izzy Lamparty’s 20 point performance in 2021.

Devin Sauerwein contributed 10 points, and Sydney Penick added 5 points to the Raiders’ scoring effort.

Poland, led by Mary Brant with 17 points and Leanne Williams with 10 points, showcased a competitive effort, with five other Bulldogs contributing to the stat sheet.

With this impressive upset, South Range improves to a 4-7 record and will carry the momentum into their upcoming league game against Niles on Monday. Poland, now standing at 6-4, will face a non-conference matchup against Crestview on Saturday at 12:30.

Game Photos HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/1-4-g-bb-poland-south-range/1-4-girls-bb-range-poland/104EOS1D/Images-from-folder-104EOS1D

JACKSON MILTON DECIMATES THE DEVILS

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NORTH JACKSON OH- On Wednesday, Jackson Milton showcased their dominance on the basketball court, maintaining a record above .500 with a convincing 59-12 win over Lordstown. The Blue Jays’ stellar performance was highlighted by a remarkable 22-0 second quarter, solidifying their control of the game.

Amani Yasin led the scoring charge for Jackson Milton, delivering an outstanding double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Emma Johns contributed 14 points and 9 rebounds, while Macayle Thornhill and Hannah Huzyak each added 11 points, underscoring the team’s well-rounded offensive effort.

With this commanding win, Jackson Milton advances to a 6-4 record and will continue their pursuit of success in MVAC play. The Blue Jays will face McDonald on Thursday, aiming to build on the momentum gained from this impressive victory.

POTTERS HAVE NO PROBLEMS ON THE ROAD

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WELLSVILLE OH- On Wednesday, East Liverpool showcased their prowess on the road, securing a comfortable 46-29 victory against Wellsville. The Potters’ well-rounded performance on both ends of the court propelled them to success.

Kenzie Walker led the scoring for East Liverpool with a solid 12-point contribution, followed closely by Aynsley Galeoti and Dacianelle Andrews, each tallying 10 points. Reagan Edwards added 4 points to the winning effort.

For Wellsville, Bella Poppelriter and Kaylee Rawson each recorded 10 points, leading the team’s scoring effort.

With this convincing win, East Liverpool improves to a 6-6 record and will continue their road campaign with a matchup against Carrollton on Saturday. Wellsville, now standing at 6-6, will head to Lisbon for their next game on Thursday.

Game Photos HERE: https://ysn.smugmug.com/1-3-g-bb-liverpool-wellsville/1-3-g-bb-liverpool-wellsville

BOARDMAN BATTLES WAY TO VICTORY OVER CARDINALS

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CANFIELD, OH- In a challenging away game, the Boardman girls’ basketball team showcased their resilience, securing a hard-fought 46-41 victory against the formidable Canfield Cardinals. The win not only elevates their season record to an impressive 8-2 but also marks a successful start to AAC play with a 1-0 record.

Leading the charge for the Spartans was Mackenzie Riccitelli, who delivered an outstanding performance with a game-high 17 points, including two three-pointers and an efficient 5-6 display from the free-throw line. Sam Duble ignited the offense, scoring all 12 of Boardman’s points in a blazing first quarter and finishing with a total of 15 points. Duble’s remarkable 4-of-6 performance from beyond the arc, especially a crucial shot in the fourth quarter, played a pivotal role in securing the lead for the Spartans.

Sarah Bero contributed 7 points and showcased her prowess on the boards, leading the team with 11 rebounds. Bero’s scoring was particularly effective from the free-throw line, where she demonstrated precision by converting 7 of 8 attempts. Ava Freeborough added 5 crucial points, including a pivotal three-pointer in the fourth quarter that helped extend the lead. M.C. Werth rounded out the scoring with 2 points and displayed stellar defense throughout the evening.

Tori Strines, known for her valuable minutes on the court, once again provided a significant contribution for the Spartans. The collective effort, from the players on the bench to the coaching staff, played a vital role in securing the hard-fought victory.

For Canfield, Cami Dill led the scoring with 16, and pulled the Cardinals back into the game in the first half and continuously challenged Boardman’s defense.

With a four-game winning streak under their belt, the Boardman girls’ basketball team is gearing up for another challenge as they hit the road to face the West Branch Warriors on Saturday. As the momentum builds, the Spartans aim to extend their winning streak to five and continue their pursuit of success in the season ahead.

WARRIORS GET BACK UP

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West Branch Dominates Minerva to Extend EBC Streak

On Wednesday, West Branch rebounded from a small losing streak by returning to conference play and securing a resounding 59-13 victory over Minerva. The Warriors displayed their dominance in both ends of the court, extending their undefeated record to 6-0 in the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC).

Sophia Gregory led the scoring charge for West Branch with an impressive 21-point performance, showcasing her offensive prowess. Chloe Dennison contributed 9 points, while Mikayln Woods added 7 points, highlighting the team’s well-rounded scoring effort.

With this commanding win, West Branch advances to a stellar 10-2 overall record and maintains their perfect record in the EBC. The Warriors will look to carry this momentum into their upcoming matchup as they host Boardman on Saturday at 1:15.

EAGLES SHOW THEIR MUSCLES

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WARREN OH- On their last day of winter break, Warren JFK showcased their basketball prowess with a spectacular showing against Badger, controlling the entire game and cruising to a commanding 78-41 win. The Eagles’ well-rounded performance highlighted their strength on both ends of the court.

Warren JFK’s scoring was led by Michael Condoleon, who contributed an impressive 21 points, while Nico Ciminero added 18 points, and Nick Ryan and Jaden Rishel each tallied 16 points. The Eagles’ balanced scoring reflected their depth and offensive efficiency.

Badger’s Duncan Moy delivered a standout individual performance, putting up 26 points in a resilient effort.

With this convincing win, Warren JFK improves to an outstanding 9-1 record and will carry their momentum into the next challenge as they travel to face Lake Center Christian on Friday. Badger, now standing at 7-2, faces a tough road test against Bristol in their upcoming matchup.

FALCONS GET A STRONG START TO AAC PLAY

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By Ty Bartell

 

AUSTINTOWN OH- After months of anticipation, the All American Conference (AAC) opened up conference
play for all of its teams this week, starting on Tuesday with the boys and following it up Wednesday with the girls. Two conference games occurred amongst the five teams in the AAC on Wednesday night, including The Austintown-Fitch Falcons hosting in The Warren G. Harding Raiders. Fitch is 7-3 in their last 10 matchups with The Raiders, with the last Harding victory against The Falcons coming on January 13th, 2021.

Always a fun matchup between the two schools, the first quarter looked like the game was in-store for a low-scoring, grind it out type of ball game. With the lid being on the bucket through the first eight minutes, Fitch was able to capture a small 5-4 lead after the first. The second quarter saw Austintown begin to separate themselves from The Raiders off the backs of a 12-2 second quarter to own a 17-6 halftime lead. Through the first 16 minutes, The Falcons dominated the rebounding department, especially on the offensive glass. However, a lower than average shooting percentage from the field for Fitch kept Harding within striking distance heading into the halftime locker room.

Out of the second half, The Falcons offense woke up big time! With a massive 23-6 third quarter, spearheaded by Kylie Folkwein and Rachel Spalding, Fitch blew the roof off this popsicle stand with a 40-12 lead going into the final quarter of play. The tempo did not change much in the fourth, with a running clock, Austintown put the finishing touches on a 51-16 win to open up AAC play.

Leading the way for Fitch was one of the Players of the Game in Kylie Folkwein! Finishing with 13 points, Folkwein looks to be returning to form after a minor setback with an injury earlier this season. The other Player of the Game was Rachel Spalding, who was also impactful for lighting the third quarter offensive spark when she scored the first two baskets in the second half to get The Falcons offensive tempo rolling, as Spalding finished with 8 points in the game. Interviews with both Kylie Folkwein and Rachel Spalding can be found below! Beyond that, Destanie McCullough had 7 points and Ayla Ray had 6 points for Fitch. Meanwhile, a total of 10 different Falcons scored in the ballgame, the definition of spreading the love around!

Fitch (9-3)(1-0) will get a few days rest before picking it back up in the conference when they host AAC rival Canfield (6-4)(0-1) on Saturday, January 6th with a 2:30 p.m. tip-off. Meanwhile, Harding (5-5)(0-2) will go back out of conference when they host The Ursuline Fighting Irish (6-5) also on Saturday with a 2:30 p.m. tip-off. YSN is your home for AAC basketball this season with live games, scores, stats, stories and more found on The Network!

CAMPBELL CRAFTS TOGETHER STRONG WIN

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CAMPBELL OH- In a hard-fought non-conference battle on Wednesday, Campbell exhibited resilience and determination to claim a 50-40 victory over Girard. The Red Devils showcased their determination on the court, securing the win against a formidable opponent.

Josue Rodriguez led the scoring charge for Campbell with an impressive 15-point performance, highlighting his offensive prowess. Aziyah Flores contributed 11 points, while Aydn Vazquez and Teyon Harris added 9 and 8 points, respectively, showcasing the well-rounded scoring effort.

For Girard, Allen Hess-Cardona led the scoring with 10 points, and Ahmad Curd contributed 7 points.

With this win, Campbell advances to a 6-3 record and will shift their focus back to conference play as they host Champion on Friday. Girard, now standing at 0-9, will return home for their next matchup against Lakeview on Friday. The game exemplified Campbell’s competitive spirit and sets the stage for both teams as they navigate the challenges of the season.

 

BEARS SECURE A CONVINCING VICTORY

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Leetonia Cruises to a 66-39 Victory Over Lordstown

In a standout performance on Wednesday, Leetonia displayed their determination and skill, securing an impressive 66-39 win over Lordstown. The victory not only marked their second win of the season but also stands as the largest margin of victory for Leetonia since February 20th, 2018, when they recorded a 78-43 win over Heartland Christian.

Leetonia’s scoring was well-distributed, with Dylan Johns leading the way with a stellar 20-point performance. Carson Brock contributed 14 points, and Cameron Roller added 13 points, showcasing the team’s offensive depth. Ashbee Merritt chipped in with 8 points, and Brayden Earl rounded out the scoring with 6 points.

The 27-point victory marks Leetonia’s largest margin of victory since February 20th, 2018 with a 78-43 win over Heartland Christian. With a 2-8 record, the team aims to leverage this win as momentum heading into their upcoming matchup at Columbiana on Friday. The impressive performance signals a positive turn for Leetonia’s season as they continue to build on their successes.